Basilicatan Baked Stuffed Tomatoes With Rice And Herbs

Basilicatan Baked Stuffed Tomatoes with Rice and Herbs is a classic dish from the Basilicatan (Lucanian) cuisine, featuring the flavors of the region in a delicious and satisfying way.

Basilicatan Baked Stuffed Tomatoes With Rice And Herbs

Ingredients

  • 4 large tomatoes
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the tomatoes and scoop out the seeds and pulp. Sprinkle the insides with salt and pepper.
  3. In a bowl, mix the cooked rice, Parmesan cheese, garlic, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stuff the tomatoes with the rice mixture.
  4. Place the stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 35-40 minutes, until the tomatoes are tender and the tops are golden brown.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
6g
Fat
9g

Supplies

Baking dish

Tools

Knife Bowl Measuring cup Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Basilicatan Baked Stuffed Tomatoes with Rice and Herbs as a main course with a side salad and crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can sprinkle some extra Parmesan cheese on top of the stuffed tomatoes before baking.

Cost

$8